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First Seven Minutes of Fourth ‘Princess Principal: Crown Handler’ Film Streamed
Film premiered in Japan on Friday
Bandai Namco Filmworks Releases Sneak Peek
Bandai Namco Filmworks has released the first seven minutes of the fourth film in the six-part Princess Principal: Crown Handler sequel series. Fans can watch the preview online, though the video does not feature subtitles. The film officially premiered in Japanese theaters on Friday.
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Timeline of the Film Series
- First Film: Debuted in February 2021 after an initial COVID-19 delay. Read more
- Second Film: Premiered in September 2021. Details here
- Third Film: Released in April 2023. More info
- Fourth Film: Opened May 23, 2024. Premier details
Story Premise
Sentai Filmworks, which licensed all six films, describes the plot:
After an attempt on the Queen’s life, the Kingdom initiates frequent manhunts for spies. The Commonwealth’s covert group, Control, suspects a double agent is hiding within the royal family. To uncover the truth, spy ring "Team White Pigeon" is dispatched. With trust in short supply, danger pursues Ange and her team at every turn.
Key Staff and Cast
- Director: Masaki Tachibana (Barakamon, .hack//Quantum) returns from the original TV series, working with studio Actas.
- Script Supervisor/Writer: Noboru Kimura (Gundam Build Divers, Solty Rei) takes over from original TV scriptwriter Ichirō Ōkouchi (Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion, Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress).
- Original Character Designs: Kouhaku Kuroboshi (Kino's Journey, Sky Girls).
- Animation Adaptation: Yukie Akiya (Celestial Method, Code:Breaker), with additional designs and chief animation direction by Kimitake Nishio (Moetan, ToHeart2).
- Music Composition: Yuki Kajiura (Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Fate/Zero), joined by sound director Yoshikazu Iwanami.
- Themes: Opening by Void_Chords feat. Yui Mugino; ending performed by the five main cast members.
Franchise Background
Sentai Filmworks also licensed the original Princess Principal TV anime for the 2017 summer streaming season and home video release. Learn about the series.
Watch the Opening Seven Minutes
Source: Emotion Label's YouTube channel